Top picks for Cowes Day tours
Discover 124 Day tours in Cowes on Trip.com, updated January 23, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 14 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From GBP 9.57 per person, with an average total of GBP 69.33. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 4.499k verified reviews, Day tours Cowes boast an average rating of 4.7.
This week's most popular Day tours: "Penguin Parade, & Wildlife Encounters Eco Tour from Melbourne", with 1.339k reviews and a 4.9 rating.
Now on Trip.com: "[Special Price from 23rd to 29th] Melbourne Puffing Billy Steam Train + Phillip Island Day Trip", a 6-hour adventure in Cowes!
The next available day tour departs on January 24, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!
Cowes Day tours usually take about 6 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!
72% of Cowes Day tours now offer English-speaking guides
January is the perfect time to visit Cowes! Choose from Day tours available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Penguin Parade, & Wildlife Encounters Eco Tour from Melbourne.
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![[Special Price from 23rd to 29th] Melbourne Puffing Billy Steam Train + Phillip Island Day Trip](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0353412000owxc2zf0430_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
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Duration: 6.2 hrsEnglish4.7/5Very good· 217 reviews· 5k bookedFrom£53.06![Melbourne Puffing Billy Steam Train + Penguin Island Day Tour [Visit two popular attractions in one day]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0354912000fpb4lik6129_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 3.5 hrsEnglish4.7/5Very good· 161 reviews· 2.7k booked5% offLimited-time saleFrom£92.72£97.61
Duration: 14.3 hrsEnglish4.5/5Satisfied· 11 reviews· 220 bookedFrom£76.24
Duration: 6.1 hrsEnglish4.7/5Very good· 246 reviews· 1.3k bookedFrom£70.32
Duration: 4 hrsEnglish3.7/5· 3 reviews· 67 bookedFrom£60.51
Duration: 12 hrsEnglishFrom£80.59![Melbourne Phillip Island + Brighton Bathing Boxes + Moonlit Sanctuary day tour [Penguin Island transfer quality group]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0586k12000o2se5uv10BB_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 3 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 35 bookedFrom£78.58
Duration: 12 hrsEnglish4.9/5Excellent· 1.3k reviews· 43 bookedFrom£84.05
Duration: 12 hrsEnglish4.3/5Good· 82 reviews· 90 bookedFrom£78.96
Duration: 10 hrsEnglish4.6/5Satisfied· 122 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom£105.56£111.12
Duration: 10 hrsEnglish4.6/5Satisfied· 105 reviewsFrom£78.96![Melbourne Phillip Island Half-Day Tour [Noon Departure | Designated Pick-Up | Premium Penguin Island Group]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0583p12000nnlf9es7085_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 1 hrEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 3 reviews· 51 bookedFrom£70.08
Duration: 8–10 hrsEnglish4.9/5Excellent· 62 reviewsFrom£73.87![Melbourne [Optional: Phillip Island Penguin Parade Park / Churchill Island / Koala Conservation Reserve]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0351d12000pulfr4x0866_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 3 hrsEnglish36 bookedFrom£9.57![Melbourne Puffing Billy Railway + Phillip Island 1-day tour [English-speaking quality group | Penguin Island]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0586412000o2taccxBD22_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
From£114.31![Australia Phillip Island + Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park Day Tour [Penguin Parade/Kangaroo Feeding]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0353x12000qi1hcnoFAB5_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
From£81.57![Phillip Island Penguin Parade + Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Park Tour [Optional Underground Viewing Stand]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0350712000oe04zx3D6CA_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
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Duration: 570 minsEnglish4.7/5Very good· 65 reviewsFrom£122.25
Trip.SelectDuration: 9 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFrom£84.38
Duration: 11 hrsEnglish4.5/5Satisfied· 42 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom£69.57£73.24![Australia Phillip Island + Penguin Parade half-day tour [depart after waking up, round-trip from the city, easy check-in]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0353412000qi1ravk67DA_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 10 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFrom£78.48
Duration: 11 hrsEnglish4.7/5Very good· 30 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom£110.36£116.17
Duration: 12 hrsEnglish4.9/5Excellent· 166 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom£109.88£115.67
Duration: 6 hrs4.9/5Excellent· 449 reviewsFrom£39.63
4.8/5Great· 92 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom£43.61£45.91
Duration: 9.5 hrs4.9/5Excellent· 166 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom£84.37£88.82
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Duration: 10 hrs5.0/5Excellent· 28 reviews5% offLimited-time saleFrom£52.15£54.9
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Trip.SelectDuration: 12.4 hrsEnglish4.4/5Good· 293 reviews· 924 booked20% offLimited-time saleFrom£71.20£89![Half-Day Tour to Stonehenge from London [Morning/Afternoon Options & Solo Traveler Friendly & Comfortable Coach]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/fd/tg/g1/M05/AF/3C/CghzflWk4vqAQGdzAGFWqQ97LTc159_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Trip.SelectDuration: 6.1 hrsEnglish4.4/5Good· 53 reviews· 268 bookedFrom£64.80
Duration: 9.1 hrsEnglish4.4/5Good· 14 reviews· 280 bookedFrom£117.21![London Windsor Castle + Stonehenge + The Roman Baths [Bookable for one person + Chinese/English/Japanese guide]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0354112000p0032ix93D8_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 13 hrsEnglish4.6/5Satisfactory· 8 reviews· 75 bookedFrom£91.06
Duration: 10 hrsEnglish4.4/5Good· 89 reviews· 41 booked20% offLimited-time saleFrom£75.60£94.5
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Reviews: [Special Price from 23rd to 29th] Melbourne Puffing Billy Steam Train + Phillip Island Day Trip
Guest User2026-01-19
Arriving in Melbourne, Australia, I felt a little nervous and uneasy. Being in an unfamiliar place, surrounded by foreigners, I felt quite lost. However, I was surprised to find a tour group with Chinese guides on Ctrip. The guide was incredibly enthusiastic and responsible, treating every passenger with friendliness. Even if we were going to be late, he would call ahead to check on us, showing no signs of impatience. His driving skills were also top-notch, very steady, and his commentary throughout the trip was professional and engaging.
Early in the morning, we set off in a comfortable air-conditioned bus. Our first stop was the Puffing Billy Steam Train, its vintage atmosphere captivating us. The century-old locomotive billowed white smoke, the wooden carriages gleamed with the patina of time, and the open-plan design was perfect for travelers! Many tourists excitedly stuck their feet out of the windows, letting the breeze from the Dandenong Ranges caress their faces, watching the lush rainforest, verdant farmland, and winding rivers unfold before them. When the train crossed the iconic wooden bridge, cheers and the train whistle mingled throughout the carriage, making it feel like stepping into a scene from an old movie.
In the afternoon, we went to the Koala Sanctuary and saw kangaroos and koalas, Australia's famous and unique animals—they were so adorable! Koalas are very sleepy; after eating leaves, they'll tuck their heads to their chests and sleep. Luckily, we saw one awake—it was truly adorable! The zoo also had many other strange and wonderful animals, which was a real eye-opener. After the zoo, we headed to Phillip Island. The coastal scenery along the way was breathtaking. Upon arriving at Cape Nobbes, we strolled along the boardwalk along the cliffside. The azure water crashed against the rocks, creating white waves, and the sea breeze carried a salty freshness. Seabirds soared in the distance; every snapshot was wallpaper-worthy. The most anticipated part was the penguin parade, which was incredibly exciting! As the sunset gilded the sea, groups of tiny penguins, no bigger than a palm, waddled out of the waves, marching in neat lines towards their nests. Their round bodies and adorable gait instantly melted away all our fatigue. Watching them huddle together, waddling along, this intimate contact with nature truly softens the world.
I must commend the thoughtful arrangements of the itinerary: the guide was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing the history of the Phillip Island train and ecological stories along the way. The entire journey was seamless, requiring no worries about transportation or tickets. Lunch offered a wide variety of choices, was delicious, and excellent value. Although it was a full-day trip, the pace was relaxed, preventing any feeling of rushing.★
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Reviews: Melbourne Puffing Billy Steam Train + Penguin Island Day Tour [Visit two popular attractions in one day]
Guest User2025-08-18
Since it was a small group, the driver picked us up at the hotel on time. The small crowds made the experience very good. The steam train burned coal, and the smoke was a bit dirty. I was covered in fine coal dust when I returned, so I tried not to open my mouth when facing the wind. The penguins were cute, and you could see them up close on the boardwalk. The starry sky was also beautiful. I had already seen the zoo in Brisbane, so I didn't go. I felt that an hour was a bit tight for the zoo. I would like to praise the driver and tour guide, Banban, for his steady driving and also for teaching us some sightseeing tips.★
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Reviews: Melbourne Brighton Beach Boxes/Zoo + Penguin Island one-day tour with Chinese/English Option available
Guest User2025-12-02
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing Tour with the Best Guide!
Chris H picked us up from the Great Southern Hotel and gave us an unforgettable experience from the colorful Brighton Beach, the wildlife at Moonlit Sanctuary, stunning views at The Nobbies, and the magical Penguin Parade.
Chris is truly the best, kind, professional, and very caring. Thank you for the amazing memories!
Until we meet again — love from the Philippines 🇵🇭❤️★
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Reviews: Melbourne Puffing Billy Steam Train & Phillip Island Penguin Parade one-day tour
Guest User2025-12-28
If you have some free time in Melbourne, I recommend this itinerary 🌿
Start your healing journey by taking a train and viewing the vast fields 🌳 What I remember most about Maru Zoo is how the koalas sleep all day, and how the kangaroos lie down next to people... 🐨🦘
Finally, end your healing journey with a visit to Phillip Island, where you'll see penguins and their adorableness 🐧★
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Reviews: Melbourne Brighton Bathing Boxes + Phillip Island Penguin Parade 1-day Tour
Guest User2025-07-18
This trip is worth to go. Tour guide was very good and arrange very good. Have enough time for each scenic spot. Phillip Island is amazing , and the little penguin are so cute when seeing them come back from the sea. It was quite cold and windy at night, be aware to get enough clothes and extra jacket when waiting to see the penguins at night!
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